Perrie
A diminutive form of Petra, derived from the Greek word meaning "rock".
Name Census estimates that about 326 living Americans carry the first name Perrie. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 89.1% of registrations being female. The average person named Perrie today is around 33 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Perrie births was 2024 (19 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Perrie. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
326
~ 1 in 1,051,394 Americans
Peak year
2024
19 babies that year
Average age
33
years old
1982 SSA rank
#5,458
Tracked since 1918
Gender
Gender distribution for Perrie
Perrie leans heavily female at 89.1% of total registrations, but 44 boys have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Perrie as a male name
- Ranked #5,458 in 1982
- 7 male births in 1982
- Peak: 1982 (7 births)
Perrie as a female name
- Ranked #6,318 in 2024
- 19 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2024 (19 births)
Popularity
Perrie: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Perrie from the 1910s through to the 2020s, spanning 12 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 86 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Perrie by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Perrie during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Perrie
The name Perrie is believed to have its origins in the French language, derived from the Old French word "pierre," which means "stone" or "rock." This name gained popularity during the Middle Ages and was often associated with strength and durability.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Perrie can be traced back to the 12th century, where it appeared in various historical records and chronicles from France and neighboring regions. During this time, the name was predominantly used for males, although there were instances of it being given to females as well.
In the 13th century, the name Perrie gained prominence in England, particularly among the upper classes and nobility. This was likely due to the Norman influence and the close ties between England and France during that period.
One notable historical figure bearing the name Perrie was Perrie de Lyons (1190-1265), a French nobleman and military commander who fought in the Crusades. He was renowned for his bravery and leadership skills during the Seventh Crusade led by King Louis IX of France.
Another significant individual with the name Perrie was Perrie de la Roche (1270-1341), a French architect and stonemason who was instrumental in the construction of several notable Gothic cathedrals and churches throughout France and England during the 13th and 14th centuries.
In the 15th century, the name Perrie gained popularity among the English gentry and aristocracy. One notable figure was Perrie Edgecombe (1420-1492), an English nobleman and military commander who served under King Edward IV during the Wars of the Roses.
During the Renaissance period, the name Perrie was associated with scholars and intellectuals. One such figure was Perrie Gassendi (1592-1655), a French philosopher, scientist, and mathematician who made significant contributions to the fields of astronomy and physics.
In the 18th century, the name Perrie was used among the French bourgeoisie and upper-class families. One notable individual was Perrie Beaumarchais (1732-1799), a French playwright, watchmaker, and revolutionary who played a significant role in the events leading up to the French Revolution.
People
Perrie + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Perrie as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with P
Other first names starting with P with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Perrie: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Perrie?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 326 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Perrie going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 1,051,394 US residents.
Is Perrie a common name?
We classify Perrie as "Very Rare". It ranks above 80.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 404 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Perrie most popular?
The single biggest year for Perrie was 2024, when 19 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Perrie is about 33 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Perrie a female name?
Yes, 89.1% of people registered as Perrie in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.